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Set 4: Cross-Text Connections

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

Text 1 Cities are busy places with tall buildings, loud cars, and many people. There is always something to do. Text 2 The country is quiet and open. There are farms, forests, and fewer people. It is a good place to relax.

Which choice best contrasts the two environments?

A. Cities are active and crowded, while the country is peaceful and spacious.✓ Correct
B. Cities are boring.
C. The country is loud.
D. There are no buildings in the country.

Detailed Explanation

City: Busy/Tall buildings/Many people. Country: Quiet/Open/Fewer people.

Key Evidence:

• "busy ... many people"

• "quiet and open"

Why others are wrong: B (Always something to do.), C (Quiet.), D (Farms exist.).